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Run For the Animals

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208 W Union Ave
Wheaton, IL 60187

Cosley Zoo, nestled on five acres in Wheaton, IL, offers visitors up-close interactions with nature through exhibits featuring farm animals and native wildlife such as white-tailed deer, red fox, and Blanding's turtles. As a center for animal education and conservation, Cosley Zoo provides programs that teach individuals of all ages how to care for the environment and contribute to their communities.

Managed by the Wheaton Park District and accredited by the AZA, Cosley Zoo is dedicated to promoting wildlife conservation and fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world. With a mission to inspire stewardship and appreciation for animals, the zoo invites guests to immerse themselves in natural habitats while learning about the importance of environmental preservation.

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3.05 reviews
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Lindsay T.
8/16/2014

One of the best local races, hands down. I've been running this race for the past several years. Apparently one year there was a timing glitch (2012?) but I was 6 months pregnant that year and...

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Dianne S.
6/4/2011

Umm...where were the animals? There was a lot of unusual smells and grunting but they were all coming from the runners on this 75 degree morning (heat index 85) on the first Saturday of June....

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Kelly M.
6/3/2012

I won't be doing this race again. First, you don't actually race at the zoo, it's in downtown Wheaton. The course isn't bad - it's mostly flat and shaded. However, the 2012 race ended with me not...

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Torrey R.
6/27/2011

I've been participating in this run for many years and I continue to drive from Indianapolis to join in the fun. First, I love the excitement at the start of the race. They have upbeat music...

James H.
6/13/2012

Will not run this race again due to the organizer's messing up the timing - will find another of the many offerred in June. There are serious runners in these masses of people running these...

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